This page is designed for teachers, staff, and parents who are interested in learning about second language acquisition or need a few resources. Second language acquisition(SLA) is the process in which a second language is learned. There are stages and theories that further explain the process. Click on the links for more information about SLA.
Language Organizer: Compares and contrasts how first and second language is acquired.
Second Language Acquisition
This page is designed for teachers, staff, and parents who are interested in learning about second language acquisition or need a few resources. Second language acquisition(SLA) is the process in which a second language is learned. There are stages and theories that further explain the process. Click on the links for more information about SLA.Language Organizer: Compares and contrasts how first and second language is acquired.
Helpful Websites:
http://www.everythingesl.net/inservices/language_stages.php
This site gives detailed descriptions of the 5 stages of SLA. These stages are very evidents when working with Kindergarten EL students.
http://middlekingdomlife.com/guide/sla-theory-teaching-english-china.htm
This site describes Stephan Krashen's theories on SLA.
http://earthrenewal.org/secondlang.htm
This link has many terms from a to z that are associated with SLA
Contact Information:
Jennifer Lloyd
Una Elementary
2018 Murfreesboro Rd.
Nashvill, TN 37024
(615) 306-2921 ext 117
jennifer.lloyd@mnps.org